S/4 Hana Programme Manager
Posted 1 day ago by Robert Half
£100 Per hour
Outside
Hybrid
London Area, United Kingdom
Summary: The SAP S/4HANA Programme Manager role involves leading recovery and stabilisation efforts for a complex SAP programme in a post-acquisition environment. The position requires a seasoned professional to establish governance, drive delivery confidence, and engage with senior stakeholders. The contract is initially for six months with a strong likelihood of extension, and the working arrangement is hybrid, requiring 1-2 days per week in London.
Key Responsibilities:
- Taking ownership of an in-flight SAP S/4HANA programme in a post-acquisition environment
- Leading programme recovery efforts, resetting governance, delivery structure, and timelines
- Identifying risks, issues, and dependencies, and driving resolution at pace
- Engaging senior stakeholders and providing clear reporting and decision support
- Establishing robust programme controls, planning, and delivery disciplines
- Aligning business and technology teams to a unified delivery roadmap
- Restoring confidence across stakeholders and executive leadership
Key Skills:
- Proven track record as an SAP S/4HANA Programme Manager delivering complex programmes end-to-end
- Strong experience in programme recovery, turnaround, or stabilisation scenarios
- Experience operating in post-merger or acquisition environments is highly desirable
- Deep understanding of SAP delivery frameworks, governance, and risk management
- Strong stakeholder management skills at senior/executive level
- Ability to bring structure and clarity to complex, fast-moving environments
Salary (Rate): £100.00/hr
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: IT
SAP S/4HANA Programme Manager (Recovery / Stabilisation) – Contract – London / Hybrid
Robert Half is supporting a major UK organisation undergoing transformation following a recent acquisition. We are seeking an experienced SAP S/4HANA Programme Manager to parachute into a complex environment requiring programme stabilisation and recovery leadership. This role is focused on regaining control of an in-flight S/4HANA programme, establishing governance, and driving delivery confidence across stakeholders in a post-acquisition landscape.
Assignment Details
- Initial 6 months contract (strong likelihood of extension)
- Start Date : ASAP (fast-track onboarding)
- Location : Hybrid (1–2 days per week in London)
- Rate : £day via Ltd Company
The Role
This is a senior leadership position suited to someone experienced in complex SAP programme environments, particularly where delivery has faced challenges. The focus will be on stabilisation, recovery, and ensuring a clear path to successful delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Taking ownership of an in-flight SAP S/4HANA programme in a post-acquisition environment
- Leading programme recovery efforts, resetting governance, delivery structure, and timelines
- Identifying risks, issues, and dependencies, and driving resolution at pace
- Engaging senior stakeholders and providing clear reporting and decision support
- Establishing robust programme controls, planning, and delivery disciplines
- Aligning business and technology teams to a unified delivery roadmap
- Restoring confidence across stakeholders and executive leadership
Required Experience
- Proven track record as an SAP S/4HANA Programme Manager delivering complex programmes end-to-end
- Strong experience in programme recovery, turnaround, or stabilisation scenarios
- Experience operating in post-merger or acquisition environments is highly desirable
- Deep understanding of SAP delivery frameworks, governance, and risk management
- Strong stakeholder management skills at senior/executive level
- Ability to bring structure and clarity to complex, fast-moving environments
Nice to Have
- Experience within transport, logistics, or large operational businesses
- Background working in private equity-backed or fast-scaling organisations
- Exposure to global programme environments
Additional Information: All candidates must complete standard screening including right to work verification and referencing